Set in 1993, this edgy punk rock opera follows a group of disaffected teenagers in "The City of Champions" during their final year of high school.Arrival of Scotty: The story begins with Scotty Marshall, a "punk rock king" and poet who moves to town to escape his controlling father, a high-ranking police officer.The Skid Ranch: Scotty quickly befriends Billy and Craig. Together, they form an anarchist collective called "The Skid Ranch," living by a philosophy of self-reliance and standing up for what is right.The Principal's Secret: The main plot involves the group uncovering a "dark truth" about their sleazy Catholic school principal, Abraham. Craig discovers that his mother has been sleeping with the principal and finds evidence of even darker activities in the principal's past.The Group Dynamic: The film explores various subplots:Molly: A high-achieving student with good grades and looks who secretly uses substances like pills and weed to numb the pain of her mother's death.Billy: A highly intelligent atheist who loves music and feels like an outsider.Sammy and Corey: Sammy acts as a school bully and "alpha" who runs protection and drug deals, while his enforcer, Corey, is secretly sensitive and wants to join the Skids. In the animated punk rock opera (S)KiDS by Rare Americans, Corey Elliott is a physically imposing yet deeply sensitive character who acts as the primary muscle for the school's drug dealer, Sammy. Character Overview Appearance vs. Personality: Although built like a defensive lineman, Corey is described as "sensitive as you can get" and easily moved to tears. Role at St. Elmo’s: Because of his height and strength, he performs "Sammy's hard work"—often serving as an enforcer or protector to maintain Sammy's status as the school's alpha. The "Secret": Corey maintains his tough exterior primarily to hide a personal secret and to prevent others from questioning his true identity. Some fan discussions and content suggest this secret involves his LGBTQ+ identity. Desire for Belonging: Despite his role in Sammy’s hierarchy, he secretly wishes to join the "Skids," whom he views as a fun and welcoming group Narrative Significance Corey represents the theme of the "outsider" within the film's social hierarchy. While he is initially part of the oppressive force at the school, his internal struggle reflects the broader conflict of the movie: the tension between societal expectations and authentic self-expression